Asus A6G User Manual

E2312 / Oct 2005Notebook PCDrivers and UtilitiesUser’s Manual

10Support CDDevice Manager“Device Manager” will be used in many device driver installation, upgrade, and verification processes.4. Click “Hardware” t

100Software UtilitiesMove the Pointer Long DistancesSuppose you are dragging an object, scrolling at high speed (via Virtual Scrolling! ), or merrily

101Software UtilitiesScrolling Properties PageThe Scrolling properties page allows you to customize theVirtual Scrolling capabilities of your TouchPad

102Software UtilitiesTap Zones Properties PagesThe Tap Zones properties pages allow you to assign customactions to taps in the Touchpad’s corner zone

103Software UtilitiesMore Features Properties PageThe More Features properties page allows you to control thefollowing features of you Synaptics Touch

104Software UtilitiesButton Actions Properties PageThe Button Actions properties page allows you to customizethe physical buttons of your TouchPad.The

105Software UtilitiesTouch Properties PageThe Touch properties page allows you to customize the tapresponse and sensitivity of your TouchPad.TapsCheck

106Software UtilitiesEdge Motion Properties PageThe Edge Motion properties page allows you to customizethe long distance pointer motion capabilities o

107Software UtilitiesFrequently Asked QuestionsQ: When I use Virtual Scrolling, the pointer jumps over to the scroll bar, and then jumps back where it

108Software UtilitiesFrequently Asked Questions (Cont’)Q: Why doesn’t Virtual Scrolling work properly with Microsoft Internet Explorer?A: Make sure yo

109Software UtilitiesVideo SecurityTopics Covered:Video Security Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)Afte

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110Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.2. On the “Setup Complete” screen, clickFin

111Software UtilitiesWinFlashTopics Covered:WinFlash SetupUsing WinFlash(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(R

112Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.2. On the “Choose Destination Location”scre

113Software UtilitiesUsing WINFLASHWINFLASH is a simple utility to update your Notebook PC’s BIOS. To run WINFLASH, access the AllPrograms shortcut th

114Software Utilities

115Software UtilitiesWireless Console 2Topics Covered:Installing Wireless Console 2Using Wireless Console 2(Screens and drivers may vary depending on

116Software UtilitiesInstalling Wireless Console 21. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next.2. On the “Ready to Install” screen, click Install.3. On the

117Software UtilitiesUsing Wireless Console 2Use the function key to turn the built-in Wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth ON or OFF.• Hold [Fn] and press [

118Software Utilities

Copyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-scribed, stored

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Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Company address: 15 Li-Te Road, Beitou, Taipei 11259General (tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Web site ad

13Software DriversVGA DriverTopics Covered:VGA Driver SetupDisplay Settings for Windows XPTaskbar Menu(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your

14Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 1 – Intel)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefol

15Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 2 – ATI)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefollo

16Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 3 – SiS)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefollo

17Software DriversVGA Driver Setup (Model 4 – NVIDIA)Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you thefo

18Software DriversVGA Driver SettingsMake screen resolution settings in “DisplayProperties”. Higher resolutions may be availablebut panning will occur

19Software DriversAfter VGA driver installation (Model 3 - SiS)Make screen resolution settings in “DisplayProperties”. Higher resolutions may be avail

2Support CDTable of ContentsSupport CD for Microsoft Windows ... 5New

20Software Drivers

21Software DriversATK0100 Driver (ACPI)Topics Covered:ATK0100 Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

22Software DriversATK0100 Driver SetupThis driver requires that you manually install it from Device Manager. No software operation is required.1. Doub

23Software DriversAudioTopics Covered:Audio Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)BeforeAfter(Required driv

24Software DriversAudio SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. Click Next to begin setup.2. When setup is complete, select No... and

25Software DriversAfter the driver and utility is installed, you maybegin using any camera or video software on theNotebook PC.(Required driver on sel

26Software Drivers1. On the “Choose...Language” screen, select thelanguage you wish to install and click OK.2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to

27Software DriversIn “My Computer”, you will see BisonCam.Double click on it to begin using it with Windowsnative camera software.With Windows native

28Software Drivers

29Software DriversGameFace Enhanced Display DriverTopics Covered:GameFace Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operat

3Support CDModem... 49M

30Software DriversGameFace Driver Setup (selected models)Running setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after

31Software DriversINF Update (Intel)Topics Covered:INF Update Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

32Software DriversINF Update Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this

33Software Drivers(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)Before AfterINTEL Calexico (Wireless LAN)Topics Covered:

34Software DriversWireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2915ABG)Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “

35Software DriversWireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2200BG)Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “A

36Software DriversWireless LAN Utility IntroductionAfter installing the Wireless driver and utility, the utility will automatically start with Windows

37Software DriversASUS Wireless LANTopics Covered:ASUS WLAN Driver SetupASUS WLAN Utility SetupASUS WLAN Utility Quick StartScreens will vary dependin

38Software DriversASUS WLAN Driver SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. Click Next after reading the “Welcome” screen.3. On the “S

39Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility SetupAfter installing driver, you need to install the wireless utility.1. Click Next after reading the “Welcome” s

4Support CDPower4 Gear ... 87Renaming Sett

40Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility Quick StartAfter installing the ASUS WLAN driver and utility, the utility will automatically start withWindows. If

41Software DriversASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start (Cont.)6. You can also see the connection quality onthe “Connection” page. Click OK to exit the utilit

42Software Drivers

43Software DriversLANTopics Covered:LAN Driver SetupConfiguring your LAN(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)Co

44Software DriversLAN Driver SetupYou will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may alreadybe installed

45Software DriversConfiguring your LANJoining a Domain or Workgroup (Windows XP)(1) Click Start and My Computer.(2) Click View system information.You

46Software Drivers(4a) Domain:The primary server in the domain will performrouting functions and security verifications foryour computer. Select Domai

47Software DriversViewing Your NetworkJoining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont’)(5) After you restart your computer, you shouldsee some contents through En

48Software Drivers

49Software DriversModemTopics Covered:Modem Driver SetupModem Configuration(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.

5Support CDSupport CD for Microsoft WindowsThe Notebook PC you purchased may or may not be preloaded withan operating system. The support CD included

50Software Drivers1. From “My Network Places”, click “Viewnetwork connections and then “Create a newconnection”.2. Select “Connect to the Internet” an

51Software Drivers3. Select “Set up my connection manually” andclick Next.4. Select “Connect using a dialup modem” andclick Next.Modem Configuration (

52Software Drivers9. Enter your ISP account name and passwordand click Next.10. Select “Add a shortcut...” and click Finish.11. When you click on the

53Software DriversRICOHTopics Covered:Ricoh Media Driver Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)Driver alrea

54Software Drivers1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.3. When complete, click Finish.2. On the “Read

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57Software UtilitiesChkMailTopics Covered:ChkMail Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(Optional Utility)

58Software UtilitiesChkMail SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what

59Software UtilitiesGameFaceTopics Covered:GameFace Utility Setup(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)After the

6Support CDSoftware DriversVGA (Display) (Driver depends on model)“Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME” or “ATI MOBILITY RADEON 9700” or “SiS M760GX” or “NVID

60Software UtilitiesGameFace UtilityGameFace lets you talk to and see your friend on the remote computer even when you are playing full-screengame. Fo

61Software UtilitiesGameFace Live FeaturesBesides a brand new variable user interface design, GameFace Live integrates more practical utilities intoon

62Software Utilitiesfirst. The video window will only be displayed when someone starts to talk or other sounds are detected. If amember starts to talk

63Software UtilitiesGetting startedEnabling ASUS OSD1. Open Display Properties by right-clicking your desktop or from the control panel.2. Click the A

64Software UtilitiesLocal ModeYou can watch TV in this mode as follows:(1) Launch GameFace setup dialog box, selectthe device page, choose a TV tuner

65Software Utilities(2) Select a preferred video size, 176 x 144 or 352 x 288.(3) Press "Play" button to watch TV. You can change channels t

66Software UtilitiesEight player exampleRight bottom video is yourself.Activate ServerBefore activating the server, you have to finish the input field

67Software UtilitiesLAN ModeThere are two kinds of client mode: LAN or WAN, thefollowing describes LAN mode.Refresh Server ListTo start, press Refresh

68Software UtilitiesWAN ModeAnother client mode is WAN mode. In this mode, youhave to know the server's address. All operations aresimilar to LAN

69Software UtilitiesASUS OSDWe can change window's relative Placement, absolute position (PosX, PosY), Sizing, and Transparency inthe game throug

7Support CDLAN “Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC” DriverInstalls the required LAN driver for the Notebook PC’s built-in PCI Fast-Ethernet

70Software UtilitiesFrequently Asked Questions1. The record volume in Windows XP is too small, how to enhance it?Actually, the microphone volume is mo

71Software Utilities5. If the subnet mask is 255.255.254.0 or other value rather than 255.255.255.0, the IP set such as192.168.144.x and 192.168.145.x

72Software Utilities

73Software UtilitiesLiveUpdateTopics Covered:LiveUpdate SetupUsing LiveUpdate(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating syste

74Software UtilitiesLiveUpdate SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:NOTE: You cannot run this utility without firstinstalling “ATK010

75Software UtilitiesClick OK to connect to the “Live Update” server.Close other software to ensure no conflicts.Newer versions will be shown. Check th

76Software Utilities

77Software UtilitiesNorton Internet SecurityTopics Covered:Norton Internet Security SetupInternet Proxy SettingsInternet Security Main WindowInternet

78Software UtilitiesNorton Internet Security SetupRunning setup will give you the following wizard:1. On the “Autorun” screen, click Install NortonInt

79Software Utilities5. On the “Ready to install” screen, click Next tocontinue or click “Back” to change settings.6. When setup is complete, select “R

8Support CDdetects viruses and other potential risks in instant messenger attachments as well as in email messages,Internet downloads, and other files

80Software Utilities3. On the “Registration” screen, enter yourinformation and click Next to continue. Checking“...postal mail from Symantec” is optio

81Software UtilitiesClick Finish to complete additional tasks.When you open the main window, you will seestatus for each function. When you have time,

82Software UtilitiesInternet Security FeaturesVirus and threat protection featuresNorton AntiVirus provides comprehensive virus prevention, threat det

83Software UtilitiesPower4 GearTopics Covered:Power4 Gear SetupBenefits of Power4 GearPower4 Gear InterfacePower4 Gear Configuration(Screens and drive

84Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.3. On the “Setup Complete” screen, clickFini

85Software UtilitiesBenefits of Power4 GearPower4 Gear gives you control over power consumption items by allowing you to instantly “shift” from onepow

86Software UtilitiesAC ModeSegmentBattery ModeSegmentProgram IconsFrom Windows Start – Programs, you will find Power4Gear folder containing PMode Conf

87Software UtilitiesPower4 Gear ConfigurationDouble click an item to bring up a menu of selections and click on a value to change. To save, select “Sa

88Software UtilitiesPower Saving DetailsDouble click an item to view possible settings.Some power saving items are only availableunder certain modes.D

89Software UtilitiesNB ProbeTopics Covered:NB Probe SetupUsing NB Probe(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)(Re

9Support CDDrivers Provided in Windows XPIf you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided inMi

90Software Utilities1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.2. On “Choose Destination Location” , click

91Software UtilitiesUsing NB ProbeNB Probe is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your computer system’s vital components, suchas fan rotatio

92Software UtilitiesUsing NB Probe MonitoringSee your CPU temperatures logged using a greenline. The orange line is the default warningthreshold and t

93Software UtilitiesUsing NB Probe Monitoring (Cont’)Shows the used and free space of each hard diskdrive and the file allocation table or file system

94Software Utilities

95Software Utilities(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)TouchPadTopics Covered:TouchPad SetupOverview of the T

96Software Utilities2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next afterconfirming this is what you want to setup.4. On the “Start Copying Files” screen, clic

97Software UtilitiesSynaptics® TouchPad FeaturesYour Synaptics TouchPad is much more powerful than an old-fashioned mouse. In addition to providing al

98Software UtilitiesAdjust the Overall Touch SensitivityYou can control how much finger pressure you must apply before the TouchPad responds by adjust

99Software UtilitiesPrevent Accidental Pointing While TypingUnintentional pointer movement and accidental taps can be caused by accidentally brushing